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Tony Visconti

My dad's sense of humor was direct and sometimes surreal - his quick wit is well known amongst our family and friends. He raised me on Spike Jones records and W.C. Fields movies, and his sense of humor fell somewhere in between.

Tony Visconti

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Tony Visconti is describing his father's humor as straightforward yet occasionally bizarre, highlighting how his cleverness was appreciated by those close to him. He also explains that his father's comedic style was influenced by the quirky music of Spike Jones and the distinctive comedy of W.C.

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